Round vs Flat-bottom Steering Wheel
08-18-2017, 08:51 AM
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08-18-2017, 09:25 AM
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Any difference in thickness between the two Audi wheels is almost insignificant, and neither are as thick as the M4 wheel. More to do with looks than anything else, in practical terms the round wheel is probably more natural in use as you and some others have noted. Just remember that with the heated wheel, you lose the programable "*" button on the wheel, as that spot is used for the heating function.
08-18-2017, 10:59 AM
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My * button on my steering wheel is set to Drive Select and I use it when switching between driving modes. I never use the drive select arrow keys under the climate control.
08-18-2017, 11:20 AM
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08-18-2017, 11:35 AM
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Dealership close-by just got in the exact car I have been looking for, except that it has the cold weather package. I have not had a chance to stop in to see it, as I have been communicating with the dealerships by email. For those of you with the Cold Weather Pckg, how do you like the round wheel? Does it detract from the steering feel or "sportiness" of the car? Thoughts from either side are appreciated.
My 2014 S4 had the flat-bottom wheel which I thoroughly enjoyed. However, I am driving an M4 for the interim period until I finalize a purchase on an S5 SB, and I must admit that I have enjoyed the round steering wheel in the car much more than expected. It helps with price negotiation if the car is on the lot, so I'm excited to hear you all's thoughts!
My 2014 S4 had the flat-bottom wheel which I thoroughly enjoyed. However, I am driving an M4 for the interim period until I finalize a purchase on an S5 SB, and I must admit that I have enjoyed the round steering wheel in the car much more than expected. It helps with price negotiation if the car is on the lot, so I'm excited to hear you all's thoughts!
08-18-2017, 11:59 AM
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08-18-2017, 12:03 PM
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Issues: could be a problem with the airbag changeover, wiring for favorites button, and wiring for heated steering wheel. Sounds pretty expensive to me..... But I am guessing
08-18-2017, 02:16 PM
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I LOVE the flat bottom steering wheel, especially at low speed full lock turns in parking lots. It just feels so much nicer to grab the corners on the bottom to make those tight turns. And like others have said, it's very convenient to be able to switch to dynamic mode without having to take your hands off the wheel or your eyes off the road.
As for missing the heated wheel, I'm sure I'll miss that for about 20 days a year and I have a nice thin pair or grippy gloves that make it tolerable until the cabin gets up to temperature. Better that then missing out on the sportier wheel the other 345 days of the year!
As for missing the heated wheel, I'm sure I'll miss that for about 20 days a year and I have a nice thin pair or grippy gloves that make it tolerable until the cabin gets up to temperature. Better that then missing out on the sportier wheel the other 345 days of the year!